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Australian-Shepherd-Lovers.com Newsletter #016

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The Need For Speed!

Our website should be faster now. In the past few months I began to notice that pages were loading slower than I would have liked. But I think I've tracked down the issue and pages should be loading quicker again. Check out the site and click around.

Be sure to check out the info below about Veterinarian, Dr. Andrew Jones' teleseminar. There is no cost to you and it will be 90 minutes of information you can use to keep your Aussie healthy. I wanted to make special mention of it here because it will be this Thursday Nov 19 at 6PM Pacific ( 9PM Eastern) and I don't want you to miss it. There are a limited number of phone lines that will be available so don't wait to reserve your spot. (You'll also find links below to his new video and a report you can download as well.)

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In This Issue:

- 90 Minute Teleseminar to Help Heal Your Aussie Naturally At Home

- Ever Thought of Becoming a Dog Trainer?

- Australian Shepherd Lovers E-Book Project Excerpt:

Understanding Separation Anxiety Disorders In Dogs

- Specials and Coupon Codes

- Aussome Aussie Stories - Dwayne Carrick and Bo

- Photo of the Month

- Dog Quote for Today

Free 90 Minute Teleseminar to Help Heal Your Aussie Naturally At Home

Do you know how to keep your pet healthy, Heal Your Pet Naturally at Home, and Help your Dog or Cat Live Longer? The reason I ask is because I'm inviting you to a VIP teleseminar training call this Thursday. Dr Jones will be revealing some of his Veterinary Secrets and releasing his Complete Home Study Multimedia Course Version 2.1 Plus you'll FIND out How to Heal your Pet at Home with his TOP Natural Remedies.

On the 90-min. teleseminar, you'll discover not only how to treat your pet at home, but you'll also learn...

Natural alternatives for Heartworm prevention - WHAT you can give for Flea and Ticks that WON'T harm your dog or cat. (Australian Shepherds are very sensitive to ivermectin, an ingredient found in many medications.)

The TRUTH behind Vaccines- HOW to avoid these disastrous side effects, and the *exact* Vaccine regimen Dr Jones advises for your dog or cat.

The TOP ways to prevent disease. This is must know material if your pet is to stay healthy and live a long and fulfilled life.

The best diets for your pet - Dr Jones can show you what to feed, how to choose a quality pet food, WHICH supplements to give, and The SAFE treats to use.

P.P.P.S. His NEW F*r*e*e Report called Dr Jones' TOP 10 Veterinary Secrets for Keeping Your Pet Healthy, Healing Your Pet At Home, and Helping Your Dog or Cat Live Longer is here.

Ever Thought of Becoming a Dog Trainer?

These days a lot of us are feeling the pinch and looking for new careers or ways to earn extra income. One great way might be right under your nose. You love dogs and you have experience training your own Aussie (right?). Why not take it to the next level?

Shelley Brouwer has been a successful certified dog trainer with her own business for over 8 years and has put together a resource to put aspiring dog trainers on the right track. She shares information about becoming a certified dog trainer to get you up and running without having to learn everything the hard way. Learn from Shelley's experience. You can find more information about her comprehensive Dog Trainer Handbook through our affiliate link below:

If you received the last newsletter you know work has begun on the "Australian Shepherd Lovers Guide Book". There never seems to be enough time in the day but work is progressing... in the meantime, here is another excerpt from the book:

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Understanding Separation Anxiety Disorders In Dogs

Does this sound like you and your dog? You’ve had him since he was a puppy. He is a sweet dog, eager to please, and enjoys being around you and your whole family.

But lately, you’ve noticed that he’s become destructive around the house whenever he’s left alone, even for just a few hours. You come home and the house looks like it was hit by a tornado – papers scattered everywhere, the trash can was knocked down, and your clothes were chewed into shreds.

Your dog may be suffering from separation anxiety, a problem common with many puppies and dogs. Separation anxiety is a panic disorder exhibited by a dog in the absence of his owner. It is the fear of being left alone that results in unwanted, destructive behaviors.

Dogs are social creatures. As puppies it is natural for them to get dependent and attached to their mother and littermates. This type of attachment is transferred on to you, his owner, when the puppy enters your life. This attachment results in distress whenever the dog is left alone in the house, which is the most common cause of separation anxiety.

Signs Of Separation Anxiety

Your dog is suffering from separation anxiety if he displays the following signs: Destructiveness; excessive crying, barking, howling, whining, house soiling, pacing, depression, self mutilation, excessive salivation, hyperactivity, and scratching or chewing at walls, doors, windows, furniture, and other objects.

Causes Of Separation Anxiety

There are many causes for separation anxiety in dogs. Some were developed with experiences they had before the dog ever became part of your family, such as loss or abandonment of previous owner.

Below are six other causes of separation anxiety in dogs:

1. A traumatic experience such as an injury, thunderstorm, or an alarm system going off that happened while you were gone.
2. A loss or addition of a family member.

3. Premature separation from its mother and littermates.
4. Having a new pet in the house and spending a lot of time with that new pet and less time with him.
5. A sudden change in schedule, lifestyle, or environment.
6. Changes that occur in older dogs, both physiologically and mentally, that results from aging.

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I'll keep you posted on how the e-book is coming. It is a lot of work but I want it to cover a lot of information and be a valuable resource for Aussie owners.

Thanks to everyone who has submitted your Aussie stories and photos! This time we have a great story from Dwayne Carrick and Bo his loyal (and hard working) Aussie. Since Dwayne and Bo met they have been best of friends and co-workers ever since.

Do you have a great story to tell about your Aussie? Can you help answer questions that other Aussie owners have?

Hummer is our gorgeous boy. He is a huge snuggle puppy who loves to play with his sister Fozzie (5 year old blue merle) and brother Mojo (6 month old Blue merle) . He is hilarious and has a sweet, wonderful personality. We love our Aussies! Thanks to Austin & Lesleh Sprecker of Wentzville, MO for sending in this great pic of Hummer, their 3 year old male Aussie.

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